An 81-year-old Illinois man has been accused of fatally shooting his wife in their bed after they had an argument, according to police.
Charles Witter was arrested Friday after calling 911 and saying he shot his wife, 80-year-old Helen Witter, and was charged with first-degree murder, according to a statement released by DuPage County State's Attorney Robert Berlin and Lombard. Police Chief Tom Wirsing.
Police arrived at the couple's home in Lombard at 12:38 a.m., where they found Helen Witter unconscious in bed, lying on her back with her head on a pillow and her mouth open, investigators said.
There was a significant injury to the right side of the victim's head and blood flowed from her head onto the pillow and bedding, police said.
She was taken to hospital where she was pronounced dead.
Police say the shooting stemmed from an argument the couple had while in bed. Witter allegedly grabbed a gun from the bedside table and shot his wife once, the investigation found.
“The alleged shooting death of Helen Witter is indeed a tragedy,” the prosecutor said. “I extend my sincere condolences to the entire Witter family and their friends as they cope with this heartbreaking loss.”
Witter is scheduled to appear in court on February 10.
